Sacramental Program

​Mother of Mercy Parish follows the Sacramental Policy of the Archdiocese of Brisbane.  Generally, children will receive the sacraments according to the following program:
  • Year 3 – Children are sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit in the Sacrament of Confirmation.
  • Year 4 – Children  are welcomed to the Lord’s Table and receive Holy Communion for the first time.  
  • Year 5 -  Children are prepared to celebrate the Sacrament of Penance with individual confession and absolution.
 
Each year, a schedule outlining the sacramental program is provided to parents.  Preparation for the sacraments requires a commitment from families and should not be undertaken lightly.  Parents should seriously consider their child’s readiness for the sacrament and whether their families can commit to the time and preparation required to support children during this stage of their faith journey. 
 
Teenagers and adults are also welcome to prepare to receive the sacraments.  Please see our RCIA page for further information.
 
Please email our sacramental coordinator at pmc.hendra@bne.catholic.net.au for more information.
Sacrament of First Eucharist 2022
In the Archdiocese of Brisbane, children who have received the sacrament of Confirmation are eligible to receive First Holy Communion (First Eucharist) in the year they turn 9.

Please consider the program schedule (via the button below) and, if you believe your family can make the commitment to attend all these events , along with preparation at home, please complete the enrolment form and return it to   pmc.hendra@bne.catholic.net.au.  

Please note, it is compulsory that at least one parent attends the Parent Preparation Session on Thursday 14th July from 6pm-7pm.